10 Hours Rest on way to Implementation
10 Hours Rest on way to Implementation
August 5, 2022 - The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee sent a letter today to the The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) telling the agency to get 10 hours rest implemented NOW. The FAA informed our union yesterday that the rule was officially submitted to the OMB -- the last step before the rule becomes final and can be implemented.
Read more »Monkeypox: What You Need to Know
Monkeypox: What You Need to Know
July 30, 2022 - The World Health Organization has declared monkeypox a global health emergency, its highest-level warning, and U.S. officials are weighing a similar declaration, as the virus spreads in countries where it is not traditionally found.
Read more »Add Your Name: Demand Canadian Lawmakers Bring Crew Home
Add Your Name: Demand Canadian Lawmakers Bring Crew Home
June 23, 2022 - Since April 5, two Pivot pilots, along with three other crew, have been held in the Dominican Republic after discovering and reporting suspected contraband on their aircraft.
Read more »Ban on Stock Buybacks Set to Expire: Extend the Ban and Invest in People
Ban on Stock Buybacks Set to Expire: Extend the Ban and Invest in People
July 23, 2022 - In 2020 and 2021, when we came together to push Congress to pass and extend the Payroll Support Program, legislation that kept us connected to our jobs, paychecks and healthcare, we also demanded a ban on stock buybacks and dividends.
Read more »Get the Facts Town Hall: Bernstein v. Virgin America and the California Meal and Rest Break
Get the Facts Town Hall: Bernstein v. Virgin America and the California Meal and Rest Break
July 23, 2022 - AFA President Sara Nelson, General Counsel Joe Burns, and Associate General Counsel John Morse led a town hall meeting this week to weigh in on the facts on the Bernstein v. Virgin America case and what it means for California Flight Attendants. The legal department also answered multiple questions from Flight Attendants.
Read more »Heat Exhaustion: Know the Signs and Symptoms
Heat Exhaustion: Know the Signs
July 22, 2022 - Overexposure to high temperatures and humidity can quickly lead to heat exhaustion. It is imperative, therefore, that you be able to recognize the early signs and symptoms. Recognition could ward off serious consequences.
Read more »Dial 988 - National Suicide Prevention Line
Dial 988 - National Suicide Prevention Line
July 15, 2022 - The United States phone number “988” has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This dialing code will be available to everyone across the United States starting July 16, 2022.
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